Metal machining setters and setter-operators vs Textile process operatives Salary (2025)

How do Metal machining setters and setter-operators and Textile process operatives salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns £8,208 more per year (29% higher)
vs

Textile process operatives

£28,355
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsTextile process operativesDifference
Median Annual£36,563£28,355+£8,208
Mean Annual£38,478£29,090+£9,388
Monthly£3,047£2,363+£684
Weekly£703£545+£158
Hourly£17.58£13.63+£3.95
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Textile process operatives?
A Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns more. The median salary for a Metal machining setters and setter-operators is £36,563, whilst a Textile process operatives earns £28,355 — a difference of £8,208 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal machining setters and setter-operators and a Textile process operatives?
The difference is £8,208 per year. Metal machining setters and setter-operators is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Textile process operatives?
From a salary perspective, Metal machining setters and setter-operators offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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